2008 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Porsche Cayman
To start off, both 2008 BMW X5 and 2008 Porsche Cayman were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (228 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 770 kg more than 2008 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche Cayman. (273 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 2008 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | X5 | Cayman |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 64 L |